Goals 2012

Welcome to the first entry of my blog! I thought this would be a great way to help me work on my goals for 2012. I named my blog Food, Fitness, and Finance because these are the things that I have the most difficulty with on a daily basis. I exercise, but it is very sporadic and I would like to develop more consistency in this endeavor.  I would like to say I eat healthy, but most of the time I eat on the run and don't make the wisest choices.  I am hoping to change this in 2012. :) Finally, I have difficulty managing my finances and at times spend money on frivolous things or going out to eat, etc. I'm sure that I am not alone in any of these things.  So, what is my plan for change?

1. Fitness - I have joined Fit Boot Camp which meets 3 times per week at 5:30 in the morning.  I started last week and attended one time.  This week, I attended two times.  Next week there is no boot camp on Monday, so I will attend two times and the following week......3 times! I need to develop the consistency.  In addition to boot camp, I will participate in at least one run. Next on the list is to develop a consistent running schedule in order to train properly for the Rock N Roll Half Marathon in D.C. at the end of March with my friend Belynda! :)

2. Finances - This is a difficult area for me in many ways.  I have difficulty keeping track of all my records so things are everywhere! Part of the plan is to organize this system (ha ha ha).  The other difficulty lies in my spending habits. I often spend now and worry about it later.  Starting on January 1st, I am putting myself on a budget (such a dirty word).  I plan to gather together all of my gift cards that I have accumulated or just received and use them sparingly.  I am also going to try to be very careful about any money that I spend and challenge myself to stretch my dollars and be creative.  The gift cards that I have available at this point are as follows: $100 Visa gift card, $20 Panera, $20 Applebees, $20 Dunkin Donuts, $5 Dunkin Donuts, $10 Dunkin Donuts, $20 Target. Also, 2-$20 Groupons for Homestyle Pizza, $40 for Melting Pot.  Let's see how long I can s-t-r-e-t-c-h these gift cards! :)

3. Food - This is probably the most difficult one of the three F's for me.  I LOVE sweets and I LOVE chips and dips and snacks! I also love healthy foods, fruits, and veggies. I travel in my car for my job, so I am often on the go and it is usually quicker and easier to grab something from a fast-food place.  I need to discipline myself to make my lunch on a daily basis so that I can include healthier food choices.  I have been better about making and eating breakfast at home since I need to make breakfast for my mom in the morning. That just leaves dinner, which I need to start eating at home as well.

That's all for today! I have outlined my goals and just need to continue working on all of them.  Wish me luck! :)